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OPERATOR SAFETY

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The

triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

GENERAL OPERATION				20. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for
1.	Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the			accidents occurring to other people or property.
				21. All drivers should seek and obtain professional and
	manual and on the unit before starting.
				practical instruction.
2.	Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or
				22. Always wear substantial footwear and trousers.
	under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge
				Never operate when barefoot or wearing sandals.
	opening at all times.
				23. Before using, always visually check that the blades
3.	Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
				and blade hardware are present, intact, and
	with the instructions, to operate the unit (local
				secure. Replace worn or damaged parts.
	regulations can restrict operator age).
				24. Disengage attachments before: refueling, removing
4.	Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,
				an attachment, making adjustments (unless the
	etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the
				adjustment can be made from the operator’s
	blade(s).
				position).
5.	Be sure the area is clear of other people before
				25. When the machine is parked, stored, or left
	mowing. Stop the unit if anyone enters the area.
				unattended, lower the cutting means unless a
6.	Never carry passengers.
				positive mechanical lock is used.
7.	Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
				26. Before leaving the operator’s position for any
	necessary. Always look down and behind before
				reason, engage the parking brake (if equipped),
	and while travelling in reverse.
				disengage the blades (PTO), stop the engine, and
8.	Never direct discharge material toward anyone.
				remove the key.
	Avoid discharging material against a wall or
				27. To reduce fire hazard, keep the unit free of grass,
	obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the
				leaves, & excess oil. Do not stop or park over dry
		Reproduction
	operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel			leaves, grass, or combustible materials.
	surfaces.
9.	Do not operate the machine without the entire			WARNING
	grass catcher, discharge guard (deflector), or other
	safety devices in place and operational.			It is a viola	n f Calif rnia Public Resource
10. Slow down before turning.				Code, Se	on 4442, to use or operate the engine
11. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always
	disengage the blades (PTO), set parking brake,			on any forest- overed, brush-covered or grass-
	stop engine, and remove keys before dism un ing.
12. Disengage blades (PTO) when not m wing.			orfcovered land unless the exhaust system is
				eq ipped with a spark arrester, as defined in
	Shut off engine and wait for all parts to c me to			Section 4442, maintained in effective working
	a complete stop before cleaning the machine,			or er. Other states or federal jurisdictions may
	removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the			have similar laws. Contact an Authorized Service
	discharge guard.
13. Operate the machine only in daylight or good				Dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the
	artificial light.	Not		exhaust system installed on this engine.
14. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of
	alcohol or drugs.			28. OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing
15	Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
				protection when exposed to sound levels greater
	roadways.
				than 85 dBA for an 8 hour time period.
16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit
	into a trailer or truck.
				CAUTION
17. Always wear eye protection when operating this
	unit.			This machine produces sound levels
18. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years
	and above, are involved in a large percentage			in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s
	of power equipment-related injuries. These			ear and can cause hearing loss through
	operators should evaluate their ability to operate			extended periods of exposure.
	the equipment safely enough to protect themselves			Wear hearing protection when operating this
	and others from injury.
19. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for				machine.
	wheel weights or counterweights.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

1.When transporting the unit on an open trailer, make sure it is facing forward, in the direction of travel. If the unit is facing backwards, wind lift could damage the unit.

2.Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.

3.Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed poorly ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and cause an explosion. Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.

4.Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods.

5.Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.

6.Never store the unit or fuel container inside where there is an open flame or pilot light, such as in a water heater. Allow unit to cool before storing.

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